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Location: Vancouver, Canada
Hoist Model: Columbia H10000-4A17-X-01G (qty-6)

Performance:

• Line Pull: 10,000 pounds on the first layer
• Line Speed: 10.2 feet per minute on the first layer
• Wire Rope Capacity: 477 feet x 5/8″ diameter with latching hook
• Power Source: 460 VAC / 3 Phase / 60 Hz

Special Features:

• Inverter-rated brake motor with AS7H absolute encoder
• Temperature monitoring with constant fan cooling
• Motor heater for cold weather operation
• BMH (brake heat rectifier) for enhanced brake performance
• Brake function and wear monitoring systems
• Custom grooved drum assembly for precise cable management

Why APPI:

When the City of Vancouver and Walla Walla Foundry embarked on installing Rodney Graham’s ambitious Spinning Chandelier beneath the Granville Street Bridge, they faced an extraordinary engineering challenge: creating a reliable chandelier hoist system capable of precisely maneuvering a 3.5-tonne art installation twice daily in Vancouver’s demanding outdoor environment.

The project, approved by the City in 2015 and taking more than three years to design and manufacture, required hoists that could safely handle the chandelier’s massive dimensions—eight by four metres—while providing the exact control necessary for both vertical positioning and spinning movements. The kinetic sculpture, constructed from stainless steel, LED lights, and more than 600 polyurethane crystals, needed to descend from its holding position, perform its spinning sequence, and return safely to the dark underbelly of the north viaduct twice each day. After extensive collaboration between the project team and Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI), the solution centered around six Columbia H10000 hoists specifically configured for this unique artistic application.

Working closely with Walla Walla Foundry and city engineers, APPI and the project team jointly determined that the Columbia H10000-4A17-X-01G configuration would best meet the installation’s demanding requirements.

Key features of this collaborative chandelier hoist system solution include:

1. Six synchronized Columbia H10000 hoists providing redundant lifting capacity and precise control for the fragile artwork
2. Inverter-rated brake motors with absolute encoders, ensuring accurate positioning during the chandelier’s daily performance cycles
3. Comprehensive monitoring systems including temperature control, brake wear detection, and motor heating to maintain reliable operation in Vancouver’s variable weather conditions
4. Custom grooved drum assemblies engineered specifically for this application’s cable management requirements

This innovative hoist system enables the Spinning Chandelier to perform its scheduled rotations and vertical movements twice daily with the precision required for both artistic impact and public safety. The chandelier, suspended above the busy intersection of Beach Avenue and Granville Street and affiliated with the striking Vancouver House development, operates reliably thanks to the robust design features collaboratively developed for this unique application.

By implementing this custom Columbia chandelier hoist system, the City of Vancouver has successfully created a landmark art installation that combines artistic vision with engineering excellence. The system’s advanced monitoring and control features ensure safe, reliable operation of this spectacular public artwork.

For more information about this chandelier hoist system or any of APPI’s other specialized products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc.

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Customer: Midland Garage Door Manufacturing Company

Location: West Fargo, ND

Winch Model: Columbia WD1300-1A34-F-15 AC Electric Winch

Performance:

• Line Pull: 1,300 pounds on the first layer
• Line Speed: 15 feet per minute on the first layer
• Power Source: 115 VAC / Single phase / 60 Hz

Special Features:

• Strap drum conversion
• Tie rod guide roller
• Freespool control

Why APPI: 

Midland Garage Door Manufacturing Company, with over 40 years of experience in manufacturing overhead garage doors for both commercial and residential applications, approached Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI) to enhance their manufacturing process. Their production line includes various steel panel doors, each requiring a specific die to be moved in and out of a high-capacity hydraulic press.

Through collaborative discussions, Midland and APPI identified the key requirements for their application:

1. Reliable system for moving dies in and out of the press
2. Solution to minimize wear and spooling issues
3. Easy operation for production staff
4. Long-term durability for continuous operation

The determined solution was a dual winch system. For over a decade, they have been using two Columbia WD1300-1A34-F-15 AC electric winches in their manufacturing process. One die winch is used to pull a die for a specific panel into the press and when production of that panel ends the other winch pulls the die out of the press.

Key features of this die pull system include:

1. Strap drum conversion, eliminating wire rope spooling and wear concerns
2. Freespool control for easy line deployment by operators
3. Tie rod guide roller for smooth operation
4. Reliable performance proven through over a decade of continuous use

This custom-designed system offers several benefits:

• Efficient die changes during production
• Reduced maintenance requirements
• Enhanced operator safety
• Improved production workflow

For more information about this die winch or any of APPI’s other specialized products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc.

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Customer: JC Steele & Sons, Inc.

Location: Statesville, NC

Winch Model: Columbia WG11000-4A17-L-23 AC Electric Strap Winch

Performance:

• Line Pull: 11,000 pounds on the first layer
• Line Speed: 7.7 feet per minute on the first layer
• Strap Webbing Capacity: 25 feet x 4″ wide strap webbing with straight latching hook
• Power Source: 460 VAC / Three phase / 60 Hz

Special Features:

• Strap drum conversion
• Quick mount brackets

Why APPI:  

JC Steele & Sons, Inc., a leading manufacturer of heavy clay and materials processing equipment, approached Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI) with a unique challenge. They needed a winch system to pull sections of their extrusion machines out on a rail and bearing system for periodic maintenance and repair.

Jody Robinson, an engineer at JC Steele & Sons, identified two primary requirements for their ideal solution:

1. Compact size to fit within their existing machinery setup
2. Minimal maintenance needs to reduce downtime and operational costs

After discussing these requirements, APPI and JC Steele & Sons collaborated to find the perfect solution: the Columbia WG11000-4A17-L-23 AC Electric Strap Winch.

Key features of this extrusion machine winch include:

1. A strap drum conversion, eliminating the issues associated with wire rope in short-distance, frequent load/unload scenarios
2. Quick mount brackets for easy installation and removal during maintenance
3. High line pull capacity of 11,000 pounds, suitable for moving heavy machinery components
4. Slow line speed of 7.7 feet per minute, allowing for precise control during maintenance operations

By choosing APPI’s Columbia WG11000 AC unit, JC Steele & Sons significantly improved their maintenance capabilities for their extrusion machines. The winch’s compact design and low maintenance requirements perfectly aligned with their needs, streamlining their maintenance processes and increasing overall efficiency.

For more information about this extrusion machine winch system or any of APPI’s other specialized products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc. With over 30 years of experience in providing winches, hoists, capstans, and cranes tailored to specific application requirements, APPI continues to be a trusted partner in the heavy machinery and materials processing industries.

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Customer: Birchwood Farm and Dairy

Location: Newtown, PA

Winch Model: Columbia WD1300-1A34-F-11 (2 units)

Performance:

• Line Pull: 1,300 pounds on the first layer
• Line Speed: 15 feet per minute on first layer
• Wire Rope Capacity: 99 feet x 3/16″ diameter wire rope
• Power Source: 115 VAC / Single phase / 60 Hz

Special Features:

• Cable tensioning plates
• Brakes removed

Why APPI: 

It’s not glamorous, but removing large volumes of cow manure from their barn is a daily requirement at the Birchwood Farm and Dairy. Mike Tierney, their operations manager, recognized the need for a solution that would streamline this essential task and conducted an extensive web search to find the right equipment.

APPI’s expertise in providing specialized winch solutions caught Tierney’s attention. After thorough discussions about various options, Birchwood Farm and Dairy chose two Columbia WD1300 AC electric winches for their manure scraper system.

Key features of this solution include:

1. Dual Columbia WD1300 winches, providing reliable pull for the manure scraper.
2. Compact yet powerful units suitable for the confined space of a barn environment.
3. Customized design to meet specific operational needs, including the removal of brakes.
4. Cable tensioning plates to ensure proper spooling under varying load conditions.

By implementing APPI’s Columbia winch solution, Birchwood Farm and Dairy has significantly improved their manure removal process. The new system offers:

• Enhanced efficiency in daily barn cleaning
• Reduced labor requirements
• Improved barn hygiene, contributing to better animal health
• Consistent performance even with varying loads

Tierney expressed excitement about the time savings the new system will provide, highlighting the positive impact on their daily operations. The Columbia WD1300 winches ensure that the system will continue to operate smoothly and efficiently, even under the challenging conditions of a dairy barn environment.

For more information about these manure scraper winches or any of APPI’s other specialized products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc. With over 30 years of experience in providing winches, hoists, capstans, and cranes tailored to specific application requirements, APPI continues to be a trusted partner in the agricultural industry.

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Customer: Shaw-Almex

Location: Not specified

Winch Model: Columbia WD1450 AC Electric Winch

Performance:

• Line Pull: 1,450 pounds
• Line Speed: 13.5 feet per minute
• Wire Rope Capacity: 120 feet X 1/4″ wire rope
• Power Source: 380 VAC 3 Phase 50 Hz input power

Special Features:

• Variable frequency drive in NEMA 4X rated control enclosure
• NEMA 4X rated low-voltage handheld pendant with a potentiometer
• AutoAdvance Line Spooler
• Tensioning plate

Why APPI: 

Stringing and tensioning conveyor belts in mining environments create a challenge that requires specialized equipment. Shaw-Almex, a leading supplier of conveyor belt vulcanizing and splicing equipment, recognized the need for a reliable solution to address these challenges. They turned to Allied Power Products, Inc. (APPI) for a custom-engineered winch system designed specifically for conveyor belt tensioning in harsh mining conditions.

APPI provided Shaw-Almex with eight Columbia WD1450 units, each tailored to meet the demanding requirements of mining operations. These winches feature:

1. Variable frequency drives housed in NEMA 4X rated control enclosures, ensuring protection against dust and water in challenging mining environments.
2. APPI’s innovative Columbia AutoAdvance Line Spooler, which guarantees perfect spooling regardless of pulling angle – a crucial feature for the complex layouts often found in mines.
3. Tensioning plates that prevent wire rope nesting when tension is lost at the hook, enhancing safety and reliability during operation.
4. A handheld directional control with variable speed adjustment, allowing for precise positioning of conveyor belts in tight or difficult-to-access areas.

By choosing APPI’s Columbia WD1450 winches, Shaw-Almex has significantly improved their conveyor belt installation and maintenance capabilities. The winches’ robust design and advanced features enable mining operations to streamline their conveyor belt tensioning processes, reducing downtime and increasing overall efficiency.

For more information about these conveyor belt tensioning winches or any of APPI’s other specialized products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc. With over 30 years of experience in providing winches, hoists, capstans, and cranes tailored to specific application requirements, APPI continues to be a trusted partner in the mining and materials handling industries.

Allied Power Products, Inc. has specialized in providing winches, hoists, capstans, and cranes to meet our customers’ specific application requirements for more than 30 years.

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